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How many main cloud types are there in the official classification?

10 main types

Background

Meteorologists sort the clouds in the sky into 10 main types. Among them are the fluffy cumulus clouds, the thin cirrus clouds and the dark thunderclouds. Each type tells us something about the coming weather. Those who can read clouds often know in advance whether it will rain.

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